DIETER R.H. STADLER
Our beloved husband, father and Opa peacefully passed away at home on Wednesday June 17th . He is survived by his wife, Wendy, son Ralph and daughter, Petra Huels (Martin) and cherished grandchildren Michael Stadler and Niklas, Noah, Nina and Noelle Huels.
Dieter was born in Freiburg Germany and immigrated to Canada in 1965. He was always grateful for the opportunities Canada afforded him and truly loved his adopted country.
A lifelong sportsman and sports fan, Dieter’s first love was track and field. He excelled as a teenager in the 1500 and in cross country but tennis was not far behind in his sports world. He loved the game and especially loved coaching and developing junior players. He continued to play competitively until his 70s before finally giving up the game at age 80.
A later passion was reserved for a red and black 1965 Austin Healey which he lovingly restored in the early 90s. Once his grandsons were old enough to drive, they too took great delight in driving the Healey whenever they visited.
A private family graveside interment will take place at Schomberg Union Cemetery. If desired, donations may be made in Dieter’s memory to the Sick Kids Foundation or Covenant House.
Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Private Family Interment
Ira Käflein de Araújo says
Mein aufrichtiges Beileid an seine Ehefrau und Kinder , sowie Familie ✨
die Nachricht hat mich gerade sehr bestürzt und ich hoffe, das Dieter friedlich einschlafen durfte ✨
Ruhe in Frieden liebes Freiburger Bobbele Dieter ❣️
Ich wünsche seiner Familie viel Kraft in dieser schweren Zeit ❣️
Traurige Grüße aus Freiburg in Breisgau ❣️
Ira Käflein de Araujo says
Ola, ich bin über diese Nachricht tief bestürzt und möchte mein aufrichtiges Beileid an die Familie aussprechen
Ich hatte mit Dieter über facebook Kontakt als Freiburger Bobbele und es war mir immer eine große Freude mit ihm zu schreiben und auszutauschen ❣️❣️
Ich hoffe so sehr, das er friedlich diesen Planeten verlassen konnte ✨
Meine Gedanken sind bei seiner Familie und ich wünsche euch viel Kraft ❣️ in dieser schweren Zeit ❣️❣️
Ganz liebe und traurige Grüße aus Freiburg in Breisgau ✨
NS: ich habe so sehr an Dieter gedacht als die kanadische Fussballmannschaft jetzt gespielt hat,da wir beide sehr Fussball interessiert sind und er mit mir oft über Fussball (SC Freiburg) gesprochen haben.
Denn das hätte ihm sicher sehr gefallen, wie gut Kanada bei der WM spielt…ich drücke Kanada auch beide Daumen
Debra Scott says
I fondly remember all the fun times we had on the tennis court. He was an awesome
Partner. Not only with his tennis skills but with his kindness.
Janet Ingraham says
Petra & family sending my deepest condolences on the loss of Dieter. He was an amazing man and father. Thank you for all the support you and your family have given Wendy over the years. Being Wendy’s cousin I am so appreciative of all you have done
Dale Sirju says
My Condolences to You and The Family
Dieter was a Good Costermer for Dale Service Center and Friend for over 30 years. May His Soul Rip. God Bless
Joe Freitas says
He was a good friend, a class act. I will miss our competitive tennis matches, he never gave you a easy point.
Joel Jansen says
Dieter is a great family friend, always kind and thoughtful. I still remember going to his house as a kid and training and going for runs.
My family always cherished is friendship. He will be sadly missed and always remembered
Joel Jansen
Bob Yule says
I knew Dieter through his Austin Healey but had not been in contact for quite some time. I am sorry to hear of his passing and send my condolences to his family.
Janis Jaffe-White says
Dear Wendy, Petra and family, my deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved husband, father, grandfather, and more. Like others, my friendship with Dieter began many years ago on the Fountainhead Tennis Club courts. Dieter was a terrific player and leader who loved to mentor the younger members of the club. I remember he always had a smile for me and liked joking around. Rest easy Dieter.
Maureen LeMoine says
Fred and I send our deepest condolences Wendy. Hugs and prayers to you and the entire families of Dieter.
Uschi und Heiner Wahl says
Our sinceres condolences on the passing of Dieter to you Wendy and the family. I am Uschi, his last cousin from Germany. My husband Heiner and me had the pleasure of visiting Dieter twice, in 1998 and 2013. During our first visit his first grandson Niklas was born. The second visit took place in 2013. Our staying in Canada was wonderful, we enjoyed it very much and will remember it for ever.
The last years we stayed in touch via WhatsApp.
Karen Petrie says
Sending condolences to you Wendy, and the family.
I know you all have many memories of wonderful times together to hold close to your heart.
Love Karen
Peter Nosch says
We were together in school in Freiburg/Germany and making sport together…
Later we met again in Canada in Toronto and in Ottawa…where I spend 4 years from 1965 – 1969.
Later we met again in Germany
in 2014 and in Canada in 2018.
We were good friends….
Erika Kerwin says
I had the pleasure and privilege to play tennis with Dieter. He was such a good player and a very fair one. I think we played in the same club in Freibu at one time, a long time ago. I am very sorry not to have talked to him recently and offer my sincere condolences to his family,
Roger Dupuy says
I started playing tennis at the age of 75, and it is at that time that I met Dieter. I learned a great deal about tennis from him. Dieter was a pleasure with whom to talk, and it has been an honour to have known him–a true gentleman.
Gabe Pinto says
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Dieter.
I always had fond memories of him playing tennis at Fountainhead.
May his memory be a blessing.
Daniel Antle says
My Condolences to Wendy and family.
Andrew Vernon-Betts says
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dieter.
We all belonged to the same tennis club so many, many years ago and became great friends.
He will be missed but remembered by us all.
RIP Dieter ❤️
Karin and Joe says
Dear Wendy
Joe and I are really sad to hear of Dieters passing
We always had a great time playing tennis and socializing after the games.
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Dieter will be missed.
Karin Tikasz and Joe Effern
Dietmar Uphuesqy A says
Dear Wendy, Petra and family
we were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Dieter. Our hearts go out to you, and we want to express our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Dieter was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Bettina and Didi
Gilda Jubas says
Dear Wendy,
I am so sorry to hear about Dieter. My deepest sympathy to you and your
family.
I remember the lovely evening Dan and I had with you both over dinner. And I also remember the times Dieter and Dan had together. They so enjoyed their conversations together.
And yes , throwing in tennis balls would be so ok with Dieter!
My thoughts are with you!
Gilda Jubas
Dianne and Bev Roy says
We are all deeply saddened to hear the passing of Dieter. We will always remember you fondly as fantastic neighbour’s and friends. Our hearts go out to you Wendy and the family.
Adel Kamel says
I met Deiter in Newmarket Tennis club. He was a gentleman and a great athlete. I enjoyed playing tennis with him and I will cherish the memories of socializing and talking with him during the tennis group gatherings and in pub on many Fridays. My sincere condolences to the family. He will be missed.
Robert White says
I was very sad to learn of Dieter’s passing. We met at the Fountainhead tennis club back in the late 70’s and had many tennis matches. He won most of the time. He and his family, Rita, Ralph, and Petra became good friends. Dieter and I remained Facebook friends even after he moved out of Toronto and stayed in touch over the years. Rest in peace, Dieter, and condolences to Wendy, and all of his family.
Betty Lus says
On behalf of our family, we extend our heartfelt condolences to you and your loved ones during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort, strength, and peace in the days ahead.
The Lus Family
Dave Butler says
On behalf of our Newmarket tennis gang please accept our sincere condolences. Dieter was a good player and often helped out others with their game. Also he had one of the best backhand shots we have ever seen. Some of us will have a pint to him this Friday at our pub. Dave Butler
Jim Angus says
DIETER was a joy to know and we had many years of tennis friendly competition. He wil be missed
Lorna Murlrooney says
My sincere condolences Wendy, to you and the family. Thinking of you.
Nick and Celina Marrelli says
Very sorry to hear about your loss, sending our sincere condolences to the entire family
Nick and Celina Marrelli
Lorna Murlrooney says
My sincere codolences to Wendy and the family. Thinking of you.
Carla Bennett says
Wendy we are so sorry to hear about Dieter. Please reach out if you need anything. Love Randy and Carla Bennett
Fred Roth says
I am so sorry to hear of Dieter’s passing. My condolences to Petra, Martin, Ralph and the rest of your family. May Dieter’s memory be a blessing! – Fred Roth
Peter Werry and Michelle Svoboda says
We were saddened to hear of Dieter’s passing. I will always remember the times we spent together on Roy’s driveway and seeing him driving around town in his beloved Austin-Healey. Those memories will stay with me. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Rebecca Mcgoldrick says
Wendy and family we are so sorry to hear about Dieter. Sending our condolences and prayers.
Rebecca and Joe Mcgoldrick and family.
Mary Dove says
Wendy , my condolences to you and your family on the passing
Of Dieter , you are in my thoughts and prayers
Mary Dove